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Safe Solo Female Travel in Japan: a Bit of Helpful Advice
Japan is a safe place to travel if you're a woman on your own - but it's still wise to take a…
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[Insider] How I Found Myself Locked in a Love Hotel
Many love hotels don't like it when you leave before your stay is up. Indeed, some older ones make sure you can't.
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Inside the New $2K a Night Luxury Ryokan in Tokyo’s Ginza
The new offering provides a luxurious stay in one of Tokyo's most luxurious districts. But is it still an authentic ryokan experience?
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Ryokan vs. Hotels: Inside Japan’s Unique Accommodation Culture
Should you stay in a "modern" hotel or a more "traditional" ryokan in Japan? Here's what to consider when deciding.
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Japan’s Lodging Taxes Grow as It Combats Overtourism, Fuels Growth
In order to fuel tourism investment and combat overtourism, close to 100 locales are considering new lodging taxes. How will this affect…
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Are Domestic Japanese Tourists Avoiding Kyoto? One Study Aims to Find Out
The Kyoto Chamber of Commerce aims to utilize the data to support local businesses that have been impacted by the surge in…
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No Place to Sleep? Lawson Offers New Options for Japan’s Night Travelers
Japan’s night travelers are growing, but roadside rest spots aren’t. Lawson steps in with a new safe—and paid—option.
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I Stayed In This Japanese Hotel Chain’s Pokémon Room and It Was Amazing
Fans of the popular game and animated series will say "I choose you!" to these comfortable renovated spaces.